Archived article: This page was originally published in 2019. Korean social-insurance contribution rates, ceilings and administrative rules change over time, so the former figures have been retired.
Current Korea Social Insurance Guidance
For current employer and employee contribution rates, National Pension, National Health Insurance, Long-Term Care Insurance, Employment Insurance and Workers’ Compensation Insurance, please use our updated employer guide.
- Korea Social Insurance Contribution Rates 2026: Employer Guide
- Cost of Hiring an Employee in Korea: 2026 Employer Cost Calculator
- CPA-Led Payroll Services in Korea
Actual coverage and contribution treatment may depend on remuneration, company size, industry, nationality, visa status and an applicable social-security agreement.
